Lecture 12:
The wider research toolbox

The right tool for the job

Lecture
Week 11
Author

Dr. Gordon Wright

Published

January 8, 2024

The Wider Research Toolbox/Toybox

Introduction

  • This week I am going to discuss some of my own work.
  • As usual, I want to focus on the methods primarily, and since any topic will do…
  • Key objective: Show how different methods can bring different insights.

Overview of Research Methods

Quantitative Research

I started with the hope of identifying how Mirror Neurons helped deceptive ability

What a dork.

In an autism lab! fMRI —

Qualitative Research

IPA with Jonathan Smith and Oliver Robinson - Quarterlife Crisis

Mixed Methods


Data Collection Techniques

Surveys and Questionnaires


Interviews and Focus Groups


Observational Studies


Data Analysis

Statistical Analysis


Thematic Analysis


Ethical Considerations in Research


Conclusion


Q&A Session

Any Questions?

References